Vitus Escarpe VRS 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,675$
Weight | 14.24 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 135mm -
Fork Marzocchi
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 171cm
MD
169cm - 181cm
LG
179cm - 191cm
XL
189cm - 201cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hydroformed 6061-T6 Aluminium, Four-bar V-Link Rear Suspension, 135mm Travel
Suspension Fork
Marzocchi 350CR, 150mm Travel, Coil + spring preload, Compression and Rebound damping, Ø35mm Aluminium Stanchions – low friction Espresso coating, Tapered Aluminium steerer, 15mm QR Through Axle
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RT, 190mm x 51mm, Custom tune HVI ML S 320
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M786 Shadow Plus
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, Direct Mount FD-M616
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX SL-M670, Rapid Fire Plus, 10-Speed
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG50, 11t-36t, 10-Speed
Crank
Shimano SLX FC-M675, 170mm, 38tx24t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, Hollowtech (BSA)
Chain
KMC X10, 10-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula, 6 Bolt, 100mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
Formula, 6 Bolt, 142mm x 12mm
Rims
WTB ST i23 TCS, 27.5”
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
WTB, Front: Vigilante Trail Boss Comp 27.5” x 2.3” , Rear: Trail Boss 27.5" x 2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX BR-M675, Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus, 3D Forged 6061-T6 Aluminium, +/- 7 Degree Rise, 60mm Extension
Handlebar
Vitus Riser Bar, 7075 Double Butted Alloy, 15mm Rise, 740mm Wide
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5, Zero Stack (NO.57), 1.1/8” – 1.5”
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
KS E-Ten Remote, 31.6mm x 385mm, 100mm Drop
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm |
| Front Center | 701 mm | 726 mm | 747 mm | 769 mm |
| Rake | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Trail | 112 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm |
| Stack | 590.93 mm | 590.93 mm | 600.14 mm | 609.34 mm |
| Reach | 408.66 mm | 433.66 mm | 450.94 mm | 468.21 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 599 mm | 619 mm | 639 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 382 mm | 433 mm | 483 mm | 523 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1134 mm | 1159 mm | 1180 mm | 1201 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 181 cm | 191 cm | 201 cm |
About this model
Escarpe VRS belongs to the Vitus Escarpe model. There are 77 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Vitus Escarpe bikes models from 2015, here.
Model range prices
Vitus Escarpe 290 2015 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1823$. Vitus Escarpe PRO 2015 is the most expensive one and costs 4378$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Vitus released this model in 2015, its price was 2432$. In conclusion, this bike price is 13.57% lower than the price of the average Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Escarpe VRS weighs 14.24 kg (31.39 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 9.71% lower than this one.
Escarpe VRS components
Fork
Vitus Escarpe VRS 2015 bike is equipped with the Marzocchi fork, and has 150mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Fork material
Escarpe VRS has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Monarch RT rear shock model, which has a travel of 135mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Vitus Escarpe VRS 2015, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Escarpe VRS comes in 4 sizes, that range from 152 cm – 201 cm (4.99 ft – 6.59 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Vitus Escarpe VRS comes with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.